HC Deb 05 February 1979 vol 962 c14W
Mr. Jim Callaghan

asked the Secretary of State for Trade whether the Cinematograph Films Council has yet completed its review of the film exhibitors' quota.

Mr. Meacher

Yes. The Cinematograph Films Council appointed a subcommittee to examine and report on this matter. Its report, which was accepted by a majority of members of the full council, recommended that legislation should be introduced to suspend quota and to permit its re-introduction if it proved necessary. I will wish to take all aspects into consideration—and possibly consult further with trade interests—before coming to a decision on whether to accept or reject this advice.

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